Does Nintendo DS Wi-Fi still work?

Note: The following steps can be used to connect your system online. However, on May 20th, 2014, the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service, which provided online functionality for Nintendo DS software titles was discontinued.
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Is Nintendo DS WIFI discontinued?

The Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service was terminated on May 20, 2014, at 10:30 PM (EST) for all Wii and DS games, although some users were able to stay online for hours after the shutdown; online play features incorporated into these games are no longer available without homebrew.
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How do I connect my DS to WIFI 2024?

How to connect your Nintendo DS™ or Nintendo DSi™ to the wireless network
  1. Launch a Nintendo® Wi-Fi compatible game. ...
  2. On the next screen, tap Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Settings.
  3. Tap any of the empty connections.
  4. Tap Search for an Access Point.
  5. Tap on your router's wireless network name (SSID).
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Is Nintendo DS online still available?

No. The Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service, which provides most online functionality for Nintendo DS and Nintendo DS Lite software titles, was discontinued.
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Can you use internet on Nintendo DS?

Access to a high-speed (broadband) internet connection, such as cable or DSL. A compatible wireless access point: A wireless home router (recommended): The Nintendo DS is compatible with most wireless home routers. You can connect to an access point through the Wi-Fi Connection Settings on your Nintendo DS.
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When did Nintendo DS Wi-Fi shut down?

The Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service, which provides certain online functionality for many Wii, Nintendo DS, and Nintendo DSi software titles, was discontinued on May 20, 2014.
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When did DS servers shut down?

This planned early April 2024 shutdown will occur just over ten years after the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Service went offline, ending online services for Nintendo's Wii and DS titles in 2014.
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Why was Nintendo DS discontinued?

Because the 3DS was released. Generally when a new generation of a console is released they discontinue the previous generation of that console.
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Why can't my Nintendo DS connect to Wi-Fi?

Manually entering your network's SSID and password may allow the console to correctly locate and connect to your wireless Internet connection. Check for wireless interference. Wireless interference can result in weak signal strength and prevent the system from locating your wireless router or access point.
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Can a DS connect to a hotspot?

In order to connect, the hotspot location will need to provide you with the WEP key for that Access Point. Once you have this, tap the Access Point name on the Nintendo DS and enter the WEP key for the hotspot location's router on the following screen and tap 'OK' to save the settings.
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Can Nintendo DS connect to WPA2?

The Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo 3DS XL support WEP, WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA-PSK (AES), WPA2-PSK (AES) and WPA2-PSK (TKIP) security. The Nintendo 2DS and New Nintendo 3DS systems support the same, but without WPA2-PSK (TKIP).
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When was the last DS game?

This is a list of physical video games for the Nintendo DS, DS Lite, and DSi handheld game consoles. It does not include games released on DSiWare or the iQue DS. The last game for the Nintendo DS, Big Hero 6: Battle in the Bay, was released on October 28, 2014.
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Will I still be able to download my 3DS games?

Important. As of 5:00 PM Pacific Time on Monday, March 27, 2023, it is no longer possible to purchase software or DLC in the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS. However, for the foreseeable future, it is still possible to redownload games and DLC that were purchased previously.
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Are 3DS servers still up?

3DS and Wii U servers officially die in 2024, but fans have already spent years building their replacements.
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Are the Wii servers still up?

As of May 20th, 2014, the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service was discontinued and it is now no longer possible to use online features of Nintendo DS/DSi and Wii software such as online play, matchmaking, competitions and leaderboards.
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Can you use Wi-Fi on 3DS?

Ensure that the wireless function of the Nintendo 3DS has been switched ON. Ensure that your router is connected to the Internet and that the wireless network of your router is not hidden. Take note of your wireless network name (SSID) and password.
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Does the DSI shop still work?

The DSi Shop has ceased activity on March 31, 2017.
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How do I transfer data from my Nintendo DS?

How to Transfer Content Between Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL, and Nintendo 2DS Systems
  1. Turn on the source system and select System Settings from the Home menu.
  2. Tap Other Settings.
  3. Tap 3, then tap System Transfer.
  4. Tap Transfer from a System in the Nintendo 3DS Family.
  5. Read the information and tap Agree.
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Can you connect your phone to your DS?

Your smartphone and the touch screen of your DS become one

Mirror Screen (1) lets you make the most of your smartphone's compatible apps on the screen of your DS 3 Crossback, DS 3, DS 4, DS 7, or DS 9. So you can use your favourite apps in total safety.
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Can DS use WPA?

The Nintendo DS only supported WEP encryption, it didn't support modern WPA or WPA2 encryption used by today's WIFI networks.
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What is a Nintendo WIFI USB connector?

The Nintendo Wi-Fi USB Connector is a wireless game adapter, developed by Nintendo and Buffalo Technology, which allows the Nintendo DS, Wii and 3DS users without a Wi-Fi connection or compatible Wi-Fi network to establish an Internet connection via a broadband-connected PC.
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How do I connect my DS to my computer?

You can't directly connect your Nintendo DS to your computer. However, you can use a secure digital (SD) card to transfer files between your DSi or DSi XL and your computer.
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